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Drugs, Food, and Vitamins that Improve Brain Function

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If you find that it is difficult to concentrate, if you can’t seem to remember things as well as you used to, or you feel no motivation at all to get anything done, there are some things you can do to improve brain function and fix these problems. There are many herbs on the market that are known to improve brain function. Kava Kave, chamomille, passion flower, and valerian are used to help with anxiety and restlessness. Gotu kila, ginkgo biloba, and bacopa are used to boost memory and attention span. Mucuna pruiens and St. John’s wort have been known to reduce symptoms of depression. They boost the level of the brain’s chemicals that help with mood and motivation. If taking drugs is not for you, going the herbal route can be an excellent idea. Although these herbs are sold over the counter, it is still important to discuss with your doctor what herbs you intend to take. Even though they are herbs, they can have counteracting effects if you are on any medications. There have been studies done that show that there are some vitamins that can help the aging brain. These studies have shown that vitamin C, E, B-6, B-9, and B-12 can be used to provide protection for developing Alzheimer’s disease. Fish is considered a “brain food”. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Fish can reduce the rate of memory loss when aging. It can also help younger people improve memory skills and concentration. There are also drugs out there there that can improve your brain function. Studies show that 1% of children between 14 and 18 years old with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are taking medications normally prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease. Studies have shown that these drugs can help to improve their concentration, focus, and memory. The most popular drugs prescribed for ADHD are Ritalin, Donepezil, Provigil and Aderall. It is not uncommon for these children to abuse these drugs. During stressful times in school, such as final exams and SAT testing, it is not uncommon for students who have these drugs prescribed by a doctor to take more than the necessary dosage or sell these pills to students who do not have a prescription. They are not abusing these drugs to get a “high”, they are doing it to boost their concentration and memory so they can ace their tests. Another family of drugs used to increase focus and memory are nootropics. Many of these can be obtained legally without a prescription.Nootropics are amount the toxicologically safest compounds developed. Profiderall is a very popular nootropic. It has been shown to sharpen focus, improve memory, increase concentration, boost energy, and enhance mental performance. It is said to be the closest thing to Adderall. There

are many nootropics on the market. Although it is not necessary to have a doctor’s prescription for many nootropics, it is important to advise your doctor as to which type you plan to take. If you are on any medication, there could be drug interactions. If something as simple as an herb or a pill or even certain foods can improve brain function, why not try? Photo credit: Alex E. Proimos / Foter.com / CC BY-NC

What are Nootropics?

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Nootropics, also known as smart drugs, are cognitive enhancers. They can boost memory and help to increase focus and attention. Memory begins to decline as early as the late teens. There are other factors also that can make memory decline faster. Stress, alcohol and lack of sleep are a few examples. When a person learns, they require two cognitive skills. Memory and concentration. Memory is the ability to remember and and contraction is the power to hold your attention. When you are having problems with learning due to lack of memory and concentration, nootropics might be a good idea. Nootropics consist mostly of medications, supplements or functional foods. Several nootropics act as a vasodilator. Vasodilators are medications or other elements that will open up the blood vessels. This can improve the flow of oxygen to the brain. An insufficient supply of oxygen to the brain is the beginning of the problem of concentration lapse. A drug can only be classified as a nootropic if it improves overall health and mind over a long period of time. There are other meditations which provide short term mental benefits. Amphetamines are an example of this and are not technically considered a nootropic. There are many different nootropic drugs out there and they all work in different ways. Most people taking nootropics notice improvement in memory, mood, ability to concentrate, motivation and reaction time. How much of a difference is dependent on the person and the medication they are taking. Most people do benefit from taking nootropics, even if it is subtle. It is important to understand that taking these “smart drugs” will not turn you into a genius overnight. You are not all of a sudden be able to speak another language or master advanced calculus. If you stick to your regimen, you will notice a change. Many people often ask the question “how do nootropics work”. Simply put, they affect neurotransmitter levels in the brain. Many of the neurotransmitters

act as your brain’s way of communication with itself. If your brain is communicating with itself better, brain functions improve. When deciding how you should take nootropics, it is important to understand that if you take too much, they could have the opposite effect. If you take too little, you could have no effect at all. When taking these smart drugs, it is important to start with just one type at a time. If you start with more than one, and have a great effect, you won’t know which drug is working so well. Also, if you have side effects, you won’t know which pill is doing it. Also, you should start with a low dosage and work your way up. You will notice the change in yourself but it also a good idea to ask family and friends to pay attention to you and report any changes that they notice as well. It is also a good idea to do as much research on nootropics as possible. If you are

Nootropic Smart Drugs Are Changing the Way Americans Work and Think

By Bob NobleCollege students have been using drugs like Adderall to improve mental performance for years, and now these habits are carrying over into the workplace. This new generation of young professionals sees cognitive energy enhancers as an important tool for success, and now many older Americans are also seeking ways to improve their focus and function, and not get left in the dust. Cognitive Energy Enhancers pair the latest nootropics with powerful energy compounds to provide fuel for both the body and mind. The key nootropic substances are clinically proven to improve creative thinking, information processing, attention, cortical/behavioral arousal, learning, and memory… while the powerful synthetics give you energy that lasts up to 6 hours. Simply put, they “wake up your brain” to optimize focus, memory and endurance. Created as a safe, prescription free alternative to drugs like Adderall, Cognitive Energy Enhancers improve thinking and focus to help users stand out in increasingly competitive business and academic environments. But progress has been slow since the first 1962 breakthrough. Now, several nootropic-based formulations are available, and they are helping to revolutionize the field. The result? Cognitive Energy Enhancers are replacing drugs like Adderall and Concerta as the “smart pill” of choice. And without the need for a prescription, they are legal and widely available. No longer a dorm room secret, bottles of smart pills are popping up in book bags, purses, and desk drawers across the country. Users report that they feel alert, focused, and motivated. Bottom line: cognitive energy enhancers help you to reach and stay at your mental best. Bob Noble is PR Director for Profiderall LLC. PROFIDERALL is an Adderall alternative that is scientifically-engineered to increase focus, improve concentration, and boost energy…